481, Preservation Sealing Tape, 3M, adhesive tape datasheet

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3M 481
Preservation Sealing Tape

General Information

A 9.8 mil. black polyethylene backing with a unique rubber adhesive that provides excellent performance as an indutrial and military preservation tape. Tape can be applied from freezing to 120°F, removed at 0°F and performs from -65° to 160°F. Tape also may be easily dispensed from the H128 hand dispenser. 481 conforms to many irregular surfaces and has excellent stain resistance. Tape is also effective for many outdoor applications in hot and cold weather over two years with quick, clean removal. 481 tape meets military spec. MIL-T-22085 Amendment 3, Type 2.

Backing	Adhesive (unwind)	Thickness (total)	Liner Type (outer)
PE - Polyethylene	Rubber	9.80 mil

Adhesion to Steel 180° Peel	Adhesive Activation	Tensile Strength	Elongation Percent
32.00 oz/in	Pressure	15.00 lbs/in	510.00%

Min Application Temp	Min Service Temp	Max Short-Term Temp	Max Long-Term Temp
32 °F	-65 °F	120 °F	160 °F

Adhesive Tape Features

Unique rubber-resin formulated adhesive
Black colored tape
Conforms to many irregular surfaces
Resistant to UV light
Resistant to hot and cold weather
Excellent stain resistance to a variety of surfaces
Black polyethylene film backing
Water vapor transmission rate: 0.5 gms H2O/ 100 sq. in./ 24 hrs.
Provides methods to help protect equipment and vehicles during transportation and long term storage
Effective for most short, medium and long term preservation with quick, clean removal
Standard widths = 1", 1 1/2", 2" and 3"

Adhesive Tape Applications

Seals and protects various types of equipment to be stored by military and industrial markets
Splicing and patching materials used by the construction industry
Can be certified to meet certain low sulfur, low halogen, and low heavy metal requirements for aerospace and nuclear facility preservation

Adhesive Tape Markets Served

Adhesive Tape Colors

Black

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3M 481

Preservation Sealing Tape

Backing	Adhesive	Thickness	Adhesion
PE - Polyethylene	Rubber	9.80mil	32.00oz/in

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The physical properties listed are typical values and are not to be considered as specifications. Our suggestions for use are based on tests we believe to be reliable. However, the purchaser must carry out their own tests to determine the suitability of the product for their internal use. Information is given in good faith, but without warranty.

It is essential, as with all pressure-sensitive tapes, that the surface to which the tape is applied be clean, dry and free of grease and oil.

Shelf life from date of manufacture is based on the product being stored at 70°F(21°C) / 50% relative humidity out of direct sunlight.

Specification compliance is dynamic and should only be used as a general guide. Always confirm that the tape you are interested in currently complies with all specification requirements. Please verify that the product number that you select is available in the proper size and color to meet your specification.